Palin camp limits media from her own supporters
Posted by: Jason Szep Reuters Blog
October 7th, 2008
CLEARWATER, Fla. - Political rallies are usually ideal for reporters to chat with party activists, but the campaign of Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin took an unusual step by appearing to limit access to her supporters.
clearwater-rally.jpgAt Monday’s rally in the battleground state of Florida, reporters were barred from wandering around the area where the Alaska governor’s supporters had gathered.
About 20 seconds into an interview I attempted with Brent McDonald, 52, I was stopped by a Palin campaign worker in mid-sentence. “The press is not allowed out here,” she said.
I asked why. “I”m just telling you what they are telling me,” she replied.
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Palin camp limits media from her own supporters
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